salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Lexington-Fayette to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,458
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,239
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$74,933
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$293,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,542
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$140
👥 People living there
201,528
323,725
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
24.7%
48.3%
Own their home
50.8%
53.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
14.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Lexington-Fayette | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $34,910 | +90% in Lexington-Fayette |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $60,280 | +23% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $36,490 | -23% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | $80,440 | -21% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $56,950 | +19% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,640 | $41,910 | +14% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $95,500 | +13% in Lexington-Fayette |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $61,870 | +13% in Lexington-Fayette |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Lexington-Fayette cheaper to live in?
Augusta and Lexington-Fayette cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Lexington-Fayette to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $60,644 a year gives the same standard of living in Lexington-Fayette.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Lexington-Fayette?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette, 20% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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